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Workforce planning strategy a key priority at Whitehorse
Similar to councils around the nation, the City of Whitehorse understands the importance of recruitment and staff retention to its day to day operations and…
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A council is only as good as its people
In today’s world it is important for all municipalities to have a culture that fosters continuous improvement. For a council to meet the expectations of…
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Staff recognition leads to more cohesive workplace
As part of Launceston City Council’s aim to create a ‘one organisation’ culture among its staff, employee recognition events were introduced in 2007. The events…
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Future directions in human resource management
An interview with Michelle Gilliver-Smith, Manager Human Resources at Port Stephens Council, NSW While managing a multi generational workforce and attracting and retaining Generation Y…
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Wellington staff grasp the importance of safety
Every year, New South Wales’ Wellington Council looks at new and innovative ways it can send the OH&S message to its employees. In 2009, Council…
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Brighton Council shares maintenance resources with local company
In what is considered to be a first for Tasmania, Brighton Council is working with a local organisation to share plant, equipment and labour. The…
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Logan staff keep in top health
Staff of Logan City Council in southeast Queensland are keeping fit and performing better at work with the assistance of Council’s Team Top Health (TTH).…
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Armidale Dumaresq embraces ‘Managers as Coach’ workplace culture
Located between Sydney and Brisbane in the New England Plateau, Armidale Dumaresq Council has a population of 24,500 people and a staff base of 250…
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BCA 2010 Information Seminars*
Updates to the Building Code of Australia (BCA) for 2010 have been finalised and all building industry practitioners need to know what changes are coming…
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Penrith plays key role in developing local childcare
The recent graduation of 11 talented and enthusiastic students from the Corporate Partners for Change Childcare Program is good news for Penrith’s childcare services. The…
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Shoalhaven councillors and staff get on their bikes for work appointments
Shoalhaven City councillors and staff have an opportunity to maintain their fitness and care for the environment as part of their everyday jobs through an…
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Is there an ongoing role for the contract Superintendent?
The general conditions of contract for many forms of construction or engineering contracts require the Principal to appoint a person to act on its behalf…
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